U.S. Environment Hub for Central America & the Caribbean

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U.S. Environment Hub for Central America & the Caribbean

The Department of State’s Regional Environmental Hub for Central America and the Caribbean, based at the U.S. Embassy in San Jose, Costa Rica, advances U.S.

Government environment, science, technology, and health (ESTH) objectives in the region.

08/05/2025

Personal médico de Estados Unidos 🇺🇸 y Panamá 🇵🇦 visitó la comunidad de Escobal, Colón en una gira médica. ¡Estas asociaciones son importantes para promover el intercambio profesional y promover la seguridad regional!

01/05/2025

A few weeks ago, Secretary of State Rubio visited several countries in the Caribbean, including Jamaica, Guyana, and Suriname. The visit highlighted the importance of U.S. partnerships in the Caribbean and the collaborative work for regional security, countering transnational crime, and supporting economic opportunities. During his visit to Jamaica, Secretary Rubio also met with leaders from Haiti, Barbados, and Trinidad and Tobago as partners critical to regional security.

25/02/2025

Earlier this month, Secretary of State, Marco Rubio concluded his visit to Costa Rica, having strengthened the vital partnership between the U.S. and Costa Rica. He emphasized the importance of a strong foreign policy in which the U.S. supports its allies such as Costa Rica. During meetings with President Rodrigo Chaves and members of the U.S. embassy, Secretary Rubio highlighted shared priorities, such as deepening economic ties and combating organized crime. He also praised Costa Rica as a model for the vision the U.S. has for the region and countries worldwide.

10/01/2025

Fostering collaboration and learning about our oceans! 🌊🐠🤝 Oceanography professionals Stacey Payne-Mascall and Dr. Teresa Greely were able to visit and learn from each other through the International Visitor Leadership Program’s “Hidden No More” Initiative, creating opportunities for exchange between the U.S. and Barbados. 🌎

12/12/2024

Inspiring a future generation of scientists and innovators! Ambassador Nyhus and members of the U.S. Embassy in Bridgetown visited the Kalinago Barana Aute territory in Dominica to deliver hands-on STEM kits which will empower Indigenous youth in Dominica to learn more about science and see that science 🔬 is fun!

05/12/2024

Recientemente, América del Sur, América Central y el Caribe han sufrido un brote del virus del Oropouche. El virus se propaga a las personas principalmente a través de la picadura de jejenes y mosquitos 🦟 infectados. Para más información sobre el virus del Oropouche, síntomas, y prevención: https://www.cdc.gov/oropouche/es/virus-del-oropouche.html

05/12/2024

Did you know that cars can now be powered by seaweed and waste products? A company in Barbados has developed an innovative solution that allows them to convert biological waste and seaweed into electricity!⚡ U.S. Ambassador to Barbados Roger Nyhus met with this innovative company and was able to experience this new technology first hand with a test drive!

29/11/2024

¡Celebrando las tradiciones que nos unen! El de la embajadora Mari Carmen Aponte nos recuerda el poder de la comunidad y la colaboración, que son fundamentales para abordar los retos mundiales en materia de medio ambiente, ciencia, tecnología y salud. Este Día de Acción de Gracias, dediquemos un tiempo a compartir con nuestros amigos y familiares la gratitud por nuestro planeta. 🌎

23/11/2024

Have you heard about Beach Patrols to help sea turtles?
U.S. Embassy Bridgetown assisted the Barbados Sea Turtle Project in releasing endangered leatherback turtle hatchlings on the beach! 🏝️

21/11/2024

The Screwworm, a parasitic 🪰 fly, and its larvae are increasingly threatening livestock 🐄 in the region. We’re glad to share this effort from the U.S. Embassy in Nicaragua, who is working with local partners and 16 USAID experts to mitigate the outbreak before it significantly affects the Central American agricultural industry.

20/11/2024

Nos complace haber acompañado a los expertos del U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Ryan Toohey y Micelis Doyle, quienes visitaron Costa Rica del 4 al 15 de noviembre, para apoyar a diferentes organizaciones que trabajan en el manejo de recursos hídricos. La visita se enmarca dentro del Programa AWEP, financiado por DOI International Technical Assistance Program, y ha permitido crear conexiones que permitan un apoyo e intercambio en este importante tema para nuestros países.

19/11/2024

Les invitamos a unirse a la Serie de Webinarios sobre Gusano Barrenador y aprender de expertos de Estados Unidos, Costa Rica, Panamá y Guatemala sobre el manejo de casos clínicos en humanos.
💻 Registro de Participantes:
✏️ https://lnkd.in/ee-T9wuy
📅 Jueves 21 de noviembre del 2024
⏳ 2:30 p.m. Hora de Centroamérica /3:30 p.m. Hora de Panamá

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Dirección

U.S. Embassy
San José

Página web

https://cr.usembassy.gov/embassy/sanjose/sections-offices/environmental-hub/

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